Apple"s App Store anti-steering rules are gone, but the replacement isn"t much better
Third-party app developers now have a method to push users to external purchase options, but with enough caveats that the in-app option may be preferable.Apple App Store iconApple's case against Epic has finally concluded since the Supreme Court refu.....»»
Supreme Court upholds Apple vs. Epic ruling, Apple must allow app developers to link to other payment systems
The outcome of the much publicized 2021 Apple vs. Epic trial saw Apple winning on most counts, except for the fact the judge did rule that Apple must relax its App Store anti-steering policy and allow developers like Epic Games to include links to al.....»»
App Store anti-steering ban would be consumer-friendly, with little risk to Apple
We learned yesterday that the European Union looks set to impose an App Store anti-steering ban on Apple. That is, Apple would no longer be allowed to prevent Spotify and other music services from linking to their own company’s website for subscrip.....»»
EU to ban anti-steering App Store rules for Apple Music competitors after Spotify complaint
Apple will soon be handed a major loss in its antitrust battle with Spotify in the European Union. According to Bloomberg, EU regulators are preparing a ruling that would prohibit Apple from “blocking music services from pushing their users away fr.....»»
EU regulators set to ban anti-steering App Store rules after Spotify complaint
Apple will soon be handed a major loss in its antitrust battle with Spotify in the European Union. According to Bloomberg, EU regulators are preparing a ruling that would prohibit Apple from “blocking music services from pushing their users away fr.....»»
Tesla recalls every car with Autopilot as feds say it’s too easily misused
Inadequate driver monitoring means that Autopilot is far too easily misused. Enlarge / Tesla says that Autopilot users should always keep both hands on the steering wheel. (credit: CBS) More than 2 million Tesla electric.....»»
NHTSA expands Honda Civic steering investigation
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation in March launched an investigation into about 238,000 2022-23 Honda Civics after 145 complaints alleging a momentary increase in steering effort, described as ‘sticky steering.' Now the agency is expanding th.....»»
Examining gender stereotypes embedded in natural language
Gender stereotypes harm people of both genders—and society more broadly—by steering and sometimes limiting people to behaviors, roles, and activities linked with their gender. Widely shared stereotypes include the assumption that men are more cen.....»»
Fast times and loose steering: The Heybike Tyson e-bike reviewed
This foldable e-bike looks the part but is tough to recommend. Enlarge / If green isn't your thing, the Tyson comes in black and blue. (credit: Eric Bangeman) This time, I'll lead with the conclusion. The Heybike Tyson i.....»»
TikTok hit with €345 million fine over privacy settings for children
TikTok accused of steering teenagers, children toward privacy-intrusive options. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg) TikTok has been hit with a €345 million EU fine over the way it processes the perso.....»»
Retractable steering wheel and pedals patented by Apple for Level 4 autonomous car
Apple has been granted a patent for a retractable steering wheel and pedals in a car, when it is being used in self-driving mode. The patent document describes a car which is capable of driving itself in some situations, but not in others – whic.....»»
Nissan recalls more than 236,000 Sentra sedans for steering problem
The recall covers Sentra compact cars from the 2020-22 model years and expands a June 2021 recall that affected nearly 139,000 Sentra vehicles from the 2020-21 model years......»»
NHTSA opens probe into 1.1 million older Ram 1500 pickups for power steering loss
NHTSA received 380 reports alleging intermittent or complete loss of power steering assistance in 2013-2016 model year Ram 1500 pickups, including reports of three crashes......»»
Tesla faces new investigation into loss of steering control in Model 3 and Y
Ever have issues steering your Model 3 or Model Y? A government agency wants to know about it. As reported by CNBC, Tesla is now … The post Tesla faces new investigation into loss of steering control in Model 3 and Y appeared first on BGR......»»
Steering failures are Tesla’s new federal safety worry
Steering failure is the latest in a string of safety investigations into Tesla EVs. Enlarge / There's already one open federal safety probe into whether or not these steering wheels can detach. Now a new investigation concerns re.....»»
NHTSA probes 280,000 Tesla models after steering problems reported
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation said it received 12 complaints alleging loss of steering control and power steering in 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Y vehicles......»»
Scientists realize optical phased array calibration via pointwise optimization
An optical phased array (OPA) is a nonmechanical beam-steering control device with high directivity and deflection efficiency. Due to its high resolution, fast response, and absence of inertia, the OPA is widely applied in LiDAR, free-space optical c.....»»
Apple"s App Store anti-steering rules put on hold as it appeals Supreme Court
Apple has been granted a motion to put on hold a decision forcing the company to change its "anti-steering" rules within the App Store, giving Apple a bit more time to move forward with an appeal.Apple App StoreApple was granted the motion to put on.....»»
Apple says it already changed its rules enough to satisfy Spotify EU complaint
The European Union is to hear Apple's argument on Friday, against an anti-steering accusation that was initiated by Spotify, and could lead to an almost $40 billion fine.Spotify's App Store icon (left), Apple Music (right)Back in 2019, Spotify compla.....»»
Apple to defend itself against Spotify complaint with EU
The European Union is to hear Apple's argument on Friday, against an anti-steering accusation that was initiated by Spotify, and could lead to an almost $40 billion fine.Spotify's App Store icon (left), Apple Music (right)Back in 2019, Spotify compla.....»»